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But, as writer Philip Hoggart pointed out in The Guardian today: “drug-free doesn’t mean side-effect free.” To provide some context, we wanted to throw back to our interview with researcher Willoughby Britton from last year—Britton is often quoted in the press for her research on the possible adverse effects of meditation. Her take? Meditation is not all calm and peace. It opens up a space for you to see what’s going on in your mind....
The Surprising Link BetweenBrain Science and Strong, Healthy RelationshipsAmy Banks, with Leigh Ann Hirschman • Tarcher PerigeeRelationships happen between individu- als, but also between neural pathways in your brain. Left unchecked, old habits and thinking patterns affect the way you inter- act with your closest friends and partners. Using a system called “C.A.R.E.” that identifies various brain regions, Banks offers a way to investigate those patterns and lay down new tracks that support healthier, happier relationships....
A recent report from the United States that examined pregnancies between 2014 and 2018 found that the number of women being diagnosed with postpartum depression is nearly one in 10, a jump of almost 30% from 2014. In Canada a 2018 survey found that almost one-quarter (23%) of mothers reported feelings consistent with a diagnosis of postpartum depression or anxiety. There is growing evidence that mindfulness training may be effective in reducing the risk of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders....
Easing Teen Angst Easing Teen Angst Scientists from Germany and the UK recently found that 3 to 6 months of daily mindfulness-based training may buffer against long-term physiological and psychological stress. They randomly assigned 277 healthy adults with no meditation experience to either a 3-ora 9-month mindfulness group, or a control group. Both mindfulness groups were then divided into smaller training subgroups. Participants in the 3-month group received 13 weeks of exercises focusing on compassion, loving-kindness, and gratitude....
